Capilano University is named after Chief Joe Capilano, an important leader of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Nation of the Coast Salish Peoples. We respectfully acknowledge that our campuses are located on the territories of the LíỈwat, xʷməθkʷəỷəm (Musqueam), shíshálh (Sechelt), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and SəỈílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

At CapU we are committed to supporting a campus community that is both diverse and inclusive. We believe that diversity within our workforce is essential in creating both an exceptional student, and employee experience. As part of this ongoing commitment, we strive to ensure that our recruitment campaigns are proudly reflective of the community we serve.

We actively seek applications from Indigenous peoples, the 2SLGBTQ+ community, persons with disabilities as well as members of groups that experience discrimination based on race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, place of origin, ancestry, and religion as we acknowledge the value each individual brings to the CapU community through their lived experiences.

To help us focus our efforts, we ask all applicants, should they wish, to complete a short anonymous questionnaire. The questionnaire results are not connected to you or your application, and do not form part of the selection process. Simply, the goal of collecting this anonymous data is to better understand our organizational reach, while continuously aiming to improve the diversity of our applicant pool

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Should you require accommodations during the hiring process please reach out to Jeremy Orsted, Manager, Talent Acquisition at [email protected].

Competition Number

JR100153

Position Title

Student Recruitment Advisor (Temporary Full-Time)

Employment Group

Support Staff

Position Status

Temporary (Fixed Term) Full time

Position Start Date

September 15, 2026

Position End Date

June 30, 2027

Department

Recruit & Transition

Location

North Vancouver

Salary Range

35.47 CAD hourly based on 35 hours per week (with increments up to 39.88 CAD)

Summary

The Student Recruitment Advisor works as a member of the CapU recruitment team that promotes enrolment in University Programs and ensures the University’s enrolment goals are met.

Duties include: providing first-level information and admission support to prospective students and those who influence their post-secondary education choices in accordance with University, Faculty, and program policies, procedures, and regulations; coordinating and participating in recruitment events; engaging audiences in social media; responding to inquiries; conducting campus tours; researching new recruitment opportunities, collecting and analyzing recruitment-related data, and evaluating the effectiveness of recruitment activities and initiatives. The incumbent is also a member of multiple cross-functional teams and works in cooperation with the University. This position requires versatile work hours during weekdays as well as some weekends and includes domestic travel.

Depending on the campus location, this position may report to either the Manager, Student Services (Squamish), or to an Associate Registrar (North Vancouver).

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF DUTIES





- Enhances the visibility of the University and awareness of university programs with prospective students and with those who influence their post-secondary education choices by visiting high schools and holding group information sessions as well as one-on-one interviews; attending and speaking at a variety of meetings; speaking with high school groups; and addressing other groups to provide information about the content and admission requirements of university programs and student support services
- Develops and maintain relationships with high school counsellors and other community groups.
- Coordinates the creation of communications templates for future automation through a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.
- Develops an understanding of the recruitment workflow to support process improvements and future CRM system implementation.
- Coordinates, oversees and arranges activities including but not limited to Explore Capilano and the High School Counselor Conference. This includes developing themes, timelines, and schedules; coordinating the involvement of faculty and staff from across the campus; booking rooms; arranging catering; and making presentations.
- Represents the University at off- and on-campus recruitment events including designing and assembling the displays; creating and organizing promotional materials; and attending the events to respond to enquiries, make presentations, provide information about university programs, student support services, collect leads, and forward leads to programs and departments, as appropriate.
- Arranges for students, faculty, and executive representatives to speak to various groups settings, including but not limited to, Explore Capilano, high school visits, counsellor conference, off and on campus public meetings etc.
- Supports the Registrar’s Office front-line functions by providing front counter and telephone support.
- Researches and develops new recruitment opportunities.
- Advises potential students on university admissions procedures, deadlines, and documentation in accordance with the University policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Engages prospective and current students and other key audiences in social media as part of an overall recruitment and retention strategy.
- Develops and maintains the University Student Leader and Recruitment Student Ambassador programs by recruiting, training, retaining, and communicating with leaders.
- Creates and maintains web pages and other promotional materials.
- Refers students or potential students to resource areas in the University or Campus community as required.
- In collaboration with the Supervisor, Recruitment and Transition and the Associate Registrar, Recruitment and Admissions or the Manager, Student Services, participates in developing marketing and recruitment strategies and marketing collaterals.
- Prepares, produces and sends correspondence and material.
- Conducts campus tours.




- Supports the development and implementation of newly admitted student activities and or any activities that aid with the completion of outstanding admissions applications.
- Works cooperatively with Admissions and/or Academic Advising concerning recruitment activities.
- May be required to take training and act as a floor warden as part of the University's Emergency Preparedness Plan (Fire, W.H.M.I.S, Earthquake).
- Performs duties related to the qualifications and requirements of the position.

REQUIRED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

- Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as marketing, communications, or business management.
- Two years of direct post-secondary recruitment experience, including experience using a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system within the higher education sector for recruitment and admissions purposes.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

- Considerable knowledge of the University’s policies, rules, regulations, and procedures governing departmental activities.
- Considerable knowledge of the University’s programs, courses and activities offered.
- Considerable knowledge of the British Columbia High School system, the role of high school counsellors or School District career advisors, and working knowledge of the Canadian High School system.
- Considerable knowledge of the University’s admissions and registration procedures.
- Ability to collect and analyze data to determine trends and establish recruitment strategies.
- Considerable knowledge of social media technologies and best practices.
- Proficient in the use of a variety of office software applications (e.g. word processing, database, web-based, and spreadsheet applications) and student information systems (e.g. Banner)
- Demonstrated experience with customer relationship management (CRM).
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, conflict resolution, and communication skills (oral, written, and presentation)
- Ability to design promotional and marketing collaterals.
- Ability to recruit and train student volunteers and student employees.
- Ability to exercise tact, diplomacy, and cross-cultural sensitivity.
- Ability to prioritize, multitask, apply organization skills to meet deadlines, and handle confidential/sensitive materials with discretion.
- Ability to exercise mature judgement, tact, and discretion and work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to compose routine and non-routine correspondence and basic recruiting materials.
- Ability to organize and conduct individual or large group campus tours as requested.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, potential students, students, volunteers, and the general public.
- Ability to lift and manoeuvre boxes of pamphlets and display units.
- Ability to arrange suitable transportation when travelling to other CapU campuses and recruitment events and activities within the Lower Mainland and Canada.

Required Licences And Certifications

- Valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's License.

Additional Details Our standard work week is Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; however, hours may vary based on operational and departmental needs. This position requires regular travel within the designated service area.

Posting Detail Information

Hours of Work Per Week:

35

Pay Group

SS022

Union

MoveUP

Job Open Date

September 01, 2026

Job Close Date

September 08, 2026

📌 Student Recruitment Advisor (Temporary Full-Time) (North Vancouver)
🏢 Capilano University
📍 North Vancouver